Ilah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-lah / iːˈlɑːArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: goddess; Hebrew: to ascend
Historical & Cultural Background
Ilah is derived from the Arabic word for 'goddess' and is often associated with divinity. In Hebrew, it can be linked to the concept of ascending or elevation. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting both spiritual and uplifting connotations. It is less common in Western contexts but may appeal to those seeking unique names with significant meanings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ilahh
International Variants
- Ilah (Arabic)
- Ilah (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ilah was first seen in the United States in 1891. Ilah has ranked as high as #1323 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Michigan, California, Texas, Florida, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Ilah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ilah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 12 |
| 1906 | 12 |
| 1907 | 18 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 27 |
| 1914 | 26 |
| 1915 | 38 |
| 1916 | 33 |
| 1917 | 44 |
| 1918 | 33 |
| 1919 | 34 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 42 |
| 1922 | 32 |
| 1923 | 46 |
| 1924 | 33 |
| 1925 | 33 |
| 1926 | 28 |
| 1927 | 41 |
| 1928 | 28 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 59 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 55 |